As part of You Can Play Night, the Hurricanes have invited several local LGBTQ organizations to set up on the concourse to promote their programs and missions. A number of Hurricanes players will use pride tape on their sticks during warm-ups, and those sticks will be auctioned online through the NHL Auctions platform with proceeds benefiting You Can Play. In addition, all proceeds from the Kids 'N Community Foundation's in-game silent auction at Section 129 will benefit You Can Play.
Hurricanes netminder Eddie Lack is serving as the team's You Can Play ambassador. Lack filmed a PSA for the organization, which will be aired during the game and shared on social media. The team will also recognize leaders and organizations that provide support for LGBTQ individuals and their families throughout the game.
The Hurricanes' group sales department is offering a special You Can Play Night ticket offer, with a portion of the proceeds being donated back to You Can Play. Tickets may be purchased at
www.Hurricanes.com/YouCanPlay
(promo code: play). Carolina Hurricanes pride shirts and Hockey is for Everyone apparel will be available at
The Eye team store
.
The NHL and the NHL Players' Association (NHLPA) partnered with You Can Play in 2013 to ensure acceptance for all who participate in the sport of hockey. You Can Play works to guarantee safety and inclusion for people in all sports, including LGBTQ athletes, coaches and fans. You Can Play believes sports teams should focus on athletes' skills, work ethics and competitive spirits rather than their sexual orientations and/or gender identities.
